Question 1

What are these bags made of? If they are oxo biodegradable plastic why are they called earth rated, will they not just break down into micro plastic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they're probably no different to other similar brands with 98% plastic + 2% chemical to degrade it. Still nowhere near as environmentally safe as actual biodegradable bags made from corn. The box is recycled cardboard and more plastic! Why we need to see the rolls of poo bags inside is anyone's guess. They're also made in China and Earth Rated is a Canadian company - most certainly not carbon neutral after all that. I've stopped buying them.

Question 2

Would a couple of michael ball cds fit in one of the bags?

Accepted Answer

Des O’Conner fits very well into the bag so would think that Michael Ball would do likewise!

Question 3

How long does it take the bags to degrade and melt away?

Accepted Answer

They have no idea which is why they have not stated. The most eco-friendly poo bag you can buy are ones that are EU Certified 'EN13432'. These ones are not even close. The manufacturers of 'EN13432' poo bags state the bag will fully decompose in 90-180 days. You will note that manufacturers of other 'eco-friendly' or 'biodegradable' poo bags such as this one seldom commit to a decompsoting/breakdown timeframe - this is because it can still take the bags hundreds of years to breakdown. If you're genuinely serious about having a carbon free poop routine, simply search for 'EN13432 certified poo bags', then check 'EN13432' is indeed stated in the product spec before buying. Happy poop scooping.

Question 4

Are they compostable plastic?  If so why isn’t it advertised?

Accepted Answer

Check the earlier answer from the producer.
'Earth-rated is our brand name'.
The tiny cardboard inner tube (like a mini loo roll tube) is recycled.  The plastic bags themselves are NOT evidently biodegradable (at least no more so than standard thick plastic bags).  
Earth-based company name and green colour may 'imply' good bio-credentials, but they don't mean a lot in reality.

ASIN	B00EJXIZ60
Best Sellers Rank	5 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 1 in Dog Waste Bags
Brand	Earth Rated
Capacity	2.27 kg
Colour	Unscented
Country of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (232,063)
Global Trade Identification Number	00870856000185
Included Components	120 unscented dog waste bags
Item Dimensions	6.9 x 6.4 x 13.5 centimetres
Item Form	Bag
Item Type Name	dog waste bags
Item Weight	272.16 Grams
Manufacturer	Earth Rated
Material	Plastic
Material Features	Leak-proof
Number of Items	120
Recommended Uses For Product	Animal Waste
Scent	Unscented
UPC	870856000185
Unit Count	120.0 count

Earth Rated Dog Poo Bags, Guaranteed Leak Proof and Extra Thick Waste Bag Refill Rolls For Dogs, Unscented, 120 Count

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